Baked Kasseri Cheese Spread
Traditionally, Greek kasseri (kuh-SEHR-ee) cheese is made with either sheep's or goat's milk. Its sharp, salty flavor and meltability make it a natural for this easy appetizer.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
28 mins
Servings:
12 servings
Ingredients
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2/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted and quartered
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12 ounces kasseri or scamorze cheese
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2 tablespoons snipped fresh oregano
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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French bread, apples, or crackers
Directions
1.
Cut cheese into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Layer cheese in the bottom of a shallow 1-quart quiche dish or a 9-inch pie plate, overlapping if necessary. Toss together the olives, oregano, garlic, and red pepper. Sprinkle over the cheese.
2.
Bake in a 450 degree F oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese just begins to melt. Serve immediately on bread, apples, or crackers; rewarm cheese as needed. Makes 12 servings.
Make-ahead tip
Prepare cheese and top with olive mixture. Cover and chill up to 4 hours.
Nutrition information
Calories 141, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 14%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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